MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
which
articulates
subjects
related to open
education resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses.
The latest
gains in
distance learning are empowering
humans
in all parts of the world
to be participants in courses online.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These online MOOCs are
generally free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
topics that
technology-enhanced learning institutions
have to struggle with
now that online learning technology is
improving so rapidly.
This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment.
How can we
make sure that
the teaching provided by these
MOOCs is
all right?
How can institutions
guarantee that
educators are properly credentialed
and qualified for online teaching?
What different strategies are being used by
institutions like
California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOC courses?
What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal?
How can educators
handle issues like
low
student motivation and high
student attrition?
As blended learning becomes more
commonplace there is a
developing
demand
to grasp how
massively open online courses are being conducted.
Universities
and lots of other
stakeholders
want
to gain a better understanding of
the outcomes of these
interesting new open educational
ventures.
Educators want
to know how
MOOC courses
can be made better.
To respond to this
growing
need for
facts
the stimulating new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOC courses and other open educational topics.
This inspiring new book
also deals with the
most important controversies associated with
massively open online courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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